Latest scientific discoveries and research news
A new experimental drug, CBL-514, has shown promise in eliminating dangerous visceral fat, unlike traditional weight loss methods that only shrink fat cells. Early trials indicate a significant reduction in fat surrounding internal organs, potentially mitigating risks for diabetes and heart disease.
New research reveals that simply removing 'unnecessary' tasks doesn't guarantee reduced employee exhaustion. Perceived uncertainty and changes in daily work routines are emerging as significant, often overlooked, drivers of burnout, even as workload decreases.
New research, recognized by an Ig Nobel Prize, has attempted to define and trace the evolutionary origins of kissing. The study estimates kissing behaviour could be over 20 million years old, offering insights into primate social and reproductive strategies.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event offers significant discounts on a wide range of products, from Apple AirPods Pro to KitchenAid stand mixers and Shark robot vacuums. Many deals require Prime membership, with savings up to 60% on select items.
A professional photographer highlights significant savings on high-end camera gear during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days. Key deals include the Nikon Z8 with a $1003 discount and the Nikon Z6II at its lowest price ever. The selection spans cameras, gimbals, drones, and audio equipment, with many offers available without a Prime membership.
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days event offers significant discounts on tech, with the new Microsoft Surface Laptop (2026) leading the charge with a $300 price reduction. Other notable deals include the Surface Pro and various monitors and laptops.
The 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine honours Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel for optogenetics. This revolutionary technique, developed over two decades ago, allows scientists to control genetically modified neurons with light, transforming neuroscience. Its delayed recognition highlights the time needed for foundational discoveries to mature into clinical applications.
US cancer survival rates have dramatically improved, with 71% of patients now living at least five years after diagnosis, a significant jump from 49% in the late 1970s. Key successes include lung cancer and childhood leukemias, with advancements in treatment and targeted therapies driving these gains.
Scientists have developed a novel method for precise gene editing, ensuring modifications occur only within targeted cells. This breakthrough, published in Cell, promises to enhance therapeutic applications and reduce off-target effects.